Plot Structure Flashcard

Front

What is the character who opposes the protagonist, often referred to as 'the bad guy' in a story?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What part of the story follows the climax and leads to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the most exciting, 'highest' point of the story called?

Back

Climax

Front

When the narrator of the story is a character in the story, what point of view is it written in?

Back

1st Person

Front

What term describes a problem in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the beginning part of a story that introduces the characters and setting?

Back

Exposition

Front

What part of the plot builds tension and develops the conflict?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the final part of the story where the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the main idea or underlying message of a story called?

Back

Theme

Front

What do we call the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist